Spoon-leaved Sundew (Drosera Spatulata) Carnivorous Plant (Plant Only)

Tiny tentacles, sparkling dew, and a taste for the tiny things.

The Spoon-Leaved Sundew (Drosera spatulata) may look delicate, but this little carnivorous plant is an expert hunter hiding in plain sight.

Its compact rosette of spoon-shaped leaves is covered in shimmering droplets that glisten like morning dew. Beautiful? Absolutely. But those sparkling beads are actually sticky traps designed to catch fungus gnats, fruit flies, and other small insects that wander a little too close.

The result is a plant that's equal parts fascinating and functional. Its jewel-like appearance makes it a standout on windowsills, desks, and plant shelves, while its natural pest-catching abilities give it a practical purpose beyond its good looks. And unlike some carnivorous plants that demand constant attention, the Spoon-Leaved Sundew is surprisingly easygoing once you understand its basic needs.

At Plantaholic, we love plants that start conversations, and the Spoon-Leaved Sundew never disappoints. It's eye-catching, interactive, and just strange enough to make people lean in for a closer look.

Tiny traps. Big intrigue.

Care Tips

The Spoon-Leaved Sundew is one of the more beginner-friendly carnivorous plants and can thrive indoors with the right setup.

• Light: Provide bright light for best growth and dew production. A few hours of gentle direct morning sun or bright indirect light works well.
• Water: Use distilled water, rainwater, or reverse osmosis water only. Keep the soil consistently moist by sitting the pot in a shallow tray of water.
• Humidity: Enjoys moderate to high humidity but adapts well to typical indoor conditions when given adequate moisture and light.
• Soil: Use a nutrient-poor carnivorous plant mix such as peat moss and perlite. Never use regular potting soil or fertilizers.
• Feeding: No fertilizer needed. Its sticky leaves are designed to catch and digest small insects on their own.
• Dormancy: Drosera spatulata generally does not require a strong winter dormancy and can continue growing year-round in stable indoor conditions.
• Pet Friendly: Not considered toxic to pets, but best kept out of reach of curious paws and noses.

Give it bright light, pure water, and consistently moist soil, and your Spoon-Leaved Sundew will reward you with sparkling foliage, active traps, and a front-row seat to one of nature's most fascinating plant adaptations.